First mini wrist computer is Italian

Not usually known for their technology accomplishments, the Italians have nevertheless designed the first NanoPC for your wrist.

It weighs about 10.5 ounces and is attached to a stiff watch-like band to enable free movement of the hands.

It was created by Eurotech, a company specialized in designing and producing mini-computers.

It has a touch screen, joystick-like control, and also voice-recognition software.  It’s developers hope it can be used by firefighters, rescue workers, and health workers.